Oreryū Shio Ramen Shimokitazawa Ichibangai — Restaurant in Tokyo

Yuzu ramen with its rich, thick pork bone broth truly feels like a beautiful note in the symphony of cuisine. I ended up having both lunch and dinner here — not out of convenience, but simply because it was that delicious. The ramen was served piping hot, with perfectly chewy noodles soaking up the flavorful broth. The richness of the pork bone was wonderfully balanced by the refreshing citrusy hint of yuzu.

The restaurant was clean, the staff were friendly, and there was a generous variety of toppings — from soft-boiled eggs to melt-in-your-mouth chashu. All in all, it was a satisfying experience that I’d gladly return to if I...

Absolutely delicious ramen -- just make sure you show up with an empty stomach! The lunch menu is well-priced and offers great value, especially the "lunch special" that comes with crispy chicken katsu and perfectly pan-fried gyoza.

The highlight, though, was the ramen itself. The broth was incredibly flavorful and rich, with layers of depth that really stood out.

I highly recommend going for the rich and spicy broth - it had the most balanced and satisfying flavor profile, with just the right kick. The place can get busy, but it's 100%...

I fly to Japan for work about once a month and eat ramen every trip. When I say this is the cat’s meow, I don’t offer that lightly. I barely even write reviews, but this place deserves it.

Beautifully crisp fried chicken, decadent broth, perfectly cooked egg, and a number of incredible table seasonings (you don’t need them, but fun to add, like shaved wood ear mushrooms) makes this place rise to the top.

Went twice on my last trip….it’s that...